Fall 2024 Showcase Johansen

 Zach Johansen
The Rebelation: A Night to Remember in Oxford

My documentary video captures the unforgettable night when the Ole Miss Rebels achieved a historic upset over the #2 team in the country at the time in Oxford. This game when the Rebels defeated the Bulldogs sparked an unparalleled excitement that brought the team and ultimately the community together in a moment of triumph and belief. This documentary showcases more than just the game itself, but the teamwork, emotions, and community spirit that defined the evening.

To develop this project, I created an assortment of materials that allow the viewer to feel like they are at the game and feeling the experience that everyone in the stadium felt that night. The foundation of the documentary is a selection of the game tape that showcases the key plays of the game and crucial moments for the Rebels in the 28-10 victory. These clips capture the skill and intensity that is being put out as a product on the field that the whole country gets to witness.

To add, the documentary is all tied together by the three interviews that were conducted with star players Jared Ivey, Caden Davis, and John Saunders. All three of these players had major contributions in the overall win over the Georgia Bulldogs. Jared Ivey and his defensive line brothers wreaked havoc on the Georgia offense all night long. Caden Davis drilled five field goals, one in the clutch to elevate us over the Bulldogs. John Saunders held down the secondary and caught the game sealing interception that allowed the field to be stormed and the square to go ballistic. Their insights offer a behind-the-scenes view of what goes through the player’s minds. These player interviews provide a different dimension to the overall narrative, showcasing the passion of the players who led the program-changing win.

My name is Zach Johansen, and I am currently a junior majoring in Southern Studies at the University of Mississippi. I am originally from Suwanee, Georgia where my passion for football first began. In addition to my academic pursuits, I am a proud member of the Ole Miss football team, where I have developed leadership skills, discipline, and a strong sense of teamwork. I have made the All-SEC chancellor’s list twice in my career here at Ole Miss. Outside of academics and athletics, I enjoy watching and analyzing other football and basketball games, spending time with my friends, and playing golf. I am excited to share more about myself and my journey with you through this project.